Job Description:

The Department of Linguistics at the University of Michigan invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor/Lecturer position in sociolinguistics beginning September 1, 2006.

We encourage applications from specialists in any area of sociolinguistics. A secondary specialization that combines sociolinguistics with another area of the discipline (e.g., phonetics, psycholinguistics, language acquisition, syntax) is desirable, but not required. Teaching responsibilities include introductory sociolinguistics, language and social conflict, and courses in area of specialization. Applicants should have completed the Ph.D. by the time of the appointment.

A letter of application providing details of research interests and teaching experience, a CV, one representative publication, and three letters of recommendation should be sent to Patrice Beddor, Chair, Department of Linguistics, The University of Michigan, 1190 Undergraduate Science Bldg., Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2215. Review of dossiers will begin June 19, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. Please email queries to beddor@umich.edu.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

 The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Deadline:open until filled. Employer:

University of Michigan Linguistics

Date posted: 30-May-2006 (Linguistic List)
Application Address: Professor Patrice Beddor 204 Washtenaw Ave 1190
Undergraduate Science Bldg Dept. of Linguistics Ann Arbor MI 48109-2215 USA Contact Information: Professor Patrice Beddor

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